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Amazon Plans to Invest $1 Billion in Logistics and Robotics Companies

April 21, 2022

Amazon.com Inc. says it plans to invest $1 billion in companies developing technologies in logistics, supply chain management and safety, as the retailer seeks to keep an eye on new ideas that might aid its core business.

Shanghai Factory Restarts Fall Short on Lack of Parts, Truckers

April 19, 2022

Bloomberg

Even those companies in China whose factories are operating under so-called closed-loop systems may be forced to stop work due to parts shortages or logistical challenges that make moving people and goods around the country near impossible.

An employee uses a digital tablet in a warehouse.

The Wi-Fi Upgrade That Can Boost Warehouse Efficiency

April 18, 2022

Geoff Smith, SupplyChainBrain Contributor

In the warehouse setting, a mesh network allows for continuous, autonomous operations to take place and run smoothly.

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Watch: How AI Brings Agility and Flexibility to the DC

April 18, 2022

Russell W. Goodman, SupplyChainBrain

Artificial intelligence and machine learning have transformed all aspects of the warehouse, says Mike Larsson, executive vice president for the Americas Region with Dematic.

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Podcast | Solving the Warehouse Labor Shortage: Part 2

April 15, 2022

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Warehousing is suffering from an acute shortfall of labor. Is automation the answer?

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Watch: Robotics in the Warehouse: Will It Scale?

April 14, 2022

Russell W. Goodman, SupplyChainBrain

Customers are turning to robotics in the warehouse because of the technology's modularity and scalability, says Romain Moulin, chief executive officer and co-founder of Exotec Inc.

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Watch: Automation: What Does It Mean to Be Scalable and Flexible?

April 14, 2022

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Yesterday's automation consisted of fixed infrastructure that couldn't be adjusted to meet changing needs. Not anymore, says Rick DeFiesta, executive vice president of sales and solutions Americas with Geek+.

Online vs. Store Operations: Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

April 14, 2022

David Latona, SCB Contributor

What’s behind the push by retailers to undo years of effort, and separate e-commerce from brick-and-mortar fulfillment?

Cobots Are Coming to Fill Automation Gaps in Smaller Workflows

April 13, 2022

Matthew Cherewka, SCB Contributor

Technologies are coming online that can allow companies with a smaller footprint, or with workflows in tighter spaces, to reap the benefits of robotics and automation without having to write a giant check.

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Watch: The Road to Robotics: Where's the Industry Headed?

April 13, 2022

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Avi Barkay, executive vice president and general manager for North America with Caja Robotics, offers a vision of robotics technology over the next five years.

All Warehouse Services

The latest news, analysis, services and solutions regarding warehousing and distribution systems and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are moving goods across more suppliers, vendors and customers than ever before, and warehouses are critical points in the overall supply chain. New technologies in warehouse management systems (WMS), automation, robotics, RFID and order fulfillment are transforming the way companies do business — and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of warehousing and distribution services.